Inflamed gums
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Gum treatments at Tandzorg Statenkwartier in The Hague
Healthy gums are the foundation for healthy teeth. With our gum treatments, we help prevent gum problems and keep your gums healthy.
Do you suffer from bleeding, red, swollen, or sensitive gums? Have your gums checked in time to prevent further issues.
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Development of inflamed gums.
The inflammation at the gum margin is caused by bacteria in plaque. Plaque is a soft and sticky, barely visible layer of salivary proteins and bacterial mass (biofilm) on the teeth. Plaque can calcify into tartar, which adheres firmly to the teeth. A new layer of plaque then forms on top of this, and so on.
Symptoms of inflamed gums.
Inflamed gums aren’t always clearly visible. Some symptoms that may occur include red, soft, and swollen gums and/or bleeding gums when brushing. A bad taste or bad breath can also indicate inflamed gums. Inflamed gums rarely cause pain.
Consequences of inflamed gums.
Inflammation of the gums in The Hague at the gum line can spread towards the jawbone. As a result, the gums detach from the teeth. The space created in this way is called a deepened pocket. Plaque forms again in the space between the gums and the teeth. Due to this plaque, the inflammation spreads even further into the depth. The fibers are destroyed by the inflammation, and the jawbone is broken down. This causes the pockets to become deeper. In the deepened pockets, the plaque partially calcifies into tartar. This progressive inflammation with breakdown of fibers and jawbone is called periodontitis. Once the jawbone has broken down, it cannot regenerate.
Preventing and curing inflamed gums.
Gum inflammation is preventable and treatable. Good oral hygiene is essential for this. Bleeding gums indicate gum inflammation. Don’t ignore this sign; take action to restore your gums to a healthy state. Plaque is the cause of gum inflammation. Therefore, it’s important to keep your mouth clean. Tools for cleaning your mouth include: (electric) toothbrushes, toothpaste, toothpicks, dental floss, interdental brushes, gauze, and/or a tongue scraper. Always consult your dentist or dental hygienist about which tools are most suitable for you.
Advanced inflamed gums: periodontitis.
Between the teeth and gums lies a space called a pocket. Healthy pockets are shallow and non-bleeding. Gum inflammation can spread deeper into the jawbone surrounding the teeth. These pockets can then deepen due to bone loss around the roots of a tooth. This is called periodontitis: an advanced inflammation of the gums and the supporting tissues surrounding a tooth.
Source: Dutch Association for Periodontology
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